Bulletin: Shropshire set to sparkle

The line-up of the ultimate in glamour at this weekend's Shropshire Sparkles will not be confined to the ladies with mini models also taking to the catwalk.

Caroline Francis, of Pied Piper the Shrewsbury-based childrenswear specialist, said today that she was delighted to be taking part in the highlight of this Sunday's event.

County firms will be coming together to raise money for Hope House Children's Hospice with fashion a key element of the glitzy showcase.

Caroline will be sending out models in some of this season's most coveted labels for youngsters with the emphasis on bright colours.

"This season's looks are very exciting and very colourful," added Caroline.

"Normally autumn and winter sees lots of more sombre colours but there is definitely a bigger emphasis for this new season on brighter shades.

"We are very looking forward to Sunday's event and delighted to be supporting Hope House once again."

Stalls

Pied Piper will be among a host of some of Shrewsbury's most fashionable names, which will be taking part in a 90-minute showcase of the most stylish collections in the county.

They also include such well-established names as Hayley J, Jane Dyas, Quelque Chose, Jaeger and Mystique.

Sunday's sparking fundraiser, which takes place at the Theatre Severn in Shrewsbury, will also include a range of stalls.

These will be featuring some of the county's top food producers and giftware specialists.

The event will run from 2.30pm to 6pm.

The catwalk show itself is planned for 3.30pm to 5pm.

Tickets priced at £15 are available by contacting (01743) 281281 or by visiting www.theatresevern.co.uk